Natural Hoof Care Bulletins

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Natural Hoof Care Article Series
by Jaime Jackson

This unique series of articles represents an in-depth look at various natural hoof care issues. They present the most comprehensive information available on natural horse/hoof care. These go beyond the scope of the books we carry, and contain very detailed specialized information. Highly recommended for those doing their own trimming.

u 12 articles to choose from
u Available on CD or email, depending on size
u Sizes range from 4-18 pages
u Designed to be viewed on your computer
u Large, clear photos and diagrams
u Email version has no shipping cost
u Reduced shipping on CD version

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on your computer, and won't play in a CD
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Now get all 12 articles on 1 CD
for only $59.95 -- a savings of $27.50! An entire library of advanced hoof care information for the serious practitioner.
Special $2.95 USA shipping for
this CD.

#100: Hoof growth cycle
How to calculate the rate of hoof capsule growth, and its significance to practitioners. For instance, how long will it take a particular defect to reach the bearing surface? This report will help you make predictions on the rate of healing you can expect. 4 pages. File size: 165KB

#101: Trimming for Natural Toe Angle, Toe & Heel Length
There are new breakthroughs in determining natural toe angle, which is a key factor in creating your trimming strategy. This is the report that will help you verify your horse’s natural angles. 10 pages. File size: 743KB

#102: Supercoriaitis:Laminitis Redefined
Jackson explains that the term laminitis is essentially incorrect, incomplete and misleading. He provides an alternative view of the age-old hoof condition, which will greatly affect how it is treated. 10 pages. File size: 1MB

#103: The Supercoriaitis (Laminitis) Pathway
Having redefined laminitis in Bulletin 102, Jackson now traces the causes and destructive path of Supercoriaitis. Important reading before attempting a trim strategy.
8 pages. File size: 495KB

#104: How to the Trim the Laminitic Hoof
Detailed instructions on the trimming of a laminitic hoof. A companion to the DVD: Trimming the Laminitic Hoof, and book Founder: Prevention & Cure the Natural Way. Intended for experienced hoof care practitioners.
14 pages. File size: 5 MB

#106: Rules of Rasping: Eliminating Wall Flare, Splits, and Run-under Heels This article describes how to render a naturally shaped hoof wall such that we simulate the effects of natural wear, and eliminate wall flare, splits, and run-under heels. Jackson’s 15 rules of rasping are explained in detail. 18 pages. File size 5.6 MB

#107: The Correct Mustang Roll
How to render a natural “mustang roll” based on the wild horse model. The proper roll enables the domestic horse to move more naturally, and thus, more efficiently.
18 pages. File size 1.9 MB

#108: A New Theory: Time and Mass in a 4th Dimensional Hoof Mechanism Expanded interpretation of the hoof mechanism, accounting for changes in hoof mass seen in naturally trimmed hooves. 8 pages. File size 2.5 MB

#109: The Whole Horse Trim
Diet, living quarters, riding, and veterinary care all impact how the hoof grows and wears. This article outlines the central features of the whole horse approach to natural trimming. 8 pages. File size: 408 KB

#110: The Supercorium
Discussion of the dermal structures which produce the capsule and horse-to-hoof attachments, including how natural hoof care practitioners “communicate” with and influence the supercorium to build a sound, healthy capsule. 20 pages. File size 2.2 MB

#111: Does Horseshoeing Cause Hoof Contraction?
Results of a study conducted by Jackson on changes in hoof mass following deshoeing with some surprising results. 8 pages. File size: 915 KB

#113: Hoof Mass, Motion, and the Mythos of P3 rotation
Counters current thinking and hysteria over P3 rotation and coffin bone penetration of sole in the context of
a new weight bearing theory. 12 pages. 829 KB

Please note: When ordering email bulletins, no shipping fees are charged on these items. Also, their cost is not used in the calculation of your overall shipping fees if other items are ordered at the same time. Please also note that there are other bulletins "in progress" and not completed which are referred to in both the above bulletins and in our advanced series of videos. When these bulletins become available, they will be added to this section and will be available for purchase.

Customer Comments
"Great learning tools! I need all the help I can get -- 5 horses here with me at home to trim. I always have questions, and these bulletins, books and DVDs of Jaime's have been a great help!" -- Lindsay in California

Go beyond the basics!

Learn how to read the hoof like a professional. Use the techniques a natural hoof care provider uses to sculpt the hoof according to natural angles and wear patterns. The goal is a always a healthy hoof and a horse who moves with ease and confidence.

This bundle of our 3 best-selling articles will provide excellent step-by-step guidance. The more you know and understand the hoof, the better job you'll do for the horses in your care.

Beyond the Basics article bundle includes:

Article #101: Trimming for Natural Toe Angle,
Toe Length and Heel Length

Article #106: Rules of Rasping: Eliminating
Flares, Splits & Rununder Heels

Article #107: The Correct Mustang Roll

(See descriptions of individual articles below.
*Special $2.95 USA shipping rate for this CD)